US Bridges

I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY

Good

Wabaunsee County, Kansas · JCT I070 / K138 WB · Structure no. 999907000990831

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
170 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,761
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY is a concrete continuous slab carrying I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY in Wabaunsee County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,761 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,660 by 2044. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI70 HWY WB
CrossesK138 HWY
LocationJCT I070 / K138 WB
RouteInterstate 70
StateKansas
Coordinates39.06472, -96.18722
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span66 ft (20 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,761 (2023)
Projected traffic13,660 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY carry?

About 10,761 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns I70 HWY WB over K138 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.